1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (173 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Because 1971 Chrysler Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
