2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 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), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 65 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Sienna | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sienna | CLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
