1991 Chevrolet APV vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet APV | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |
