2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 898 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | R | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |