2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1127 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
