1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 847 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Alpine | Toyota |
Model | V6 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |