2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 2 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 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1246 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Sienna | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sienna | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 2598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |