2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLS | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |