2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1163 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sienna | GL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |