1988 Renault 25 vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25. 2003 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2847 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
