1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sienna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sienna (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
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, 2006 Toyota Sienna (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari. 2006 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1981 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1981 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Mehari | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Mehari | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |
