Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota Sienna | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 121.1 in | -1.8 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 200.6 in | -0.4 in |
Width | 78.1 in | 76.0 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 72.4 in | -3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4380 lb. | 5280 lb. | -900 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 40.1 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.0 in | 58.3 in | 6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.6 in | 0.0 in | 58.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.3 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 40.6 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.6 in | 58.9 in | 5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 66.1 in | 0.0 in | 66.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.5 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.3 in | 38.2 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.1 in | 50.5 in | 10.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 50.3 in | 0.0 in | 50.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 34.2 in | 2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 114.4 in (over 3 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | 0.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 39.1 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 87.1 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 | 43.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 150.0 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | 66.7 ft3 |
2012 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great for hauling mom and dad, two boys, their stuff, great grandma, the dog, and more stuff! see full Toyota Sienna review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not cramped against the dashboard to keep the kids from kicking the seats! see full Toyota Sienna review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |