2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sienna. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 740 kg more than 2001 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Sienna. (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | GL | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2910 mm |
