1991 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 610 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
