2011 Toyota Sienna vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 727 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2010 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sienna | B |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2037 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |