1990 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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 147 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. 2003 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1990 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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:
| 1990 Suzuki Jimny | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |
