1992 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chrysler Le Baron would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. (152 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 361 kg more than 1992 Chrysler Le Baron. 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, 1992 Chrysler Le Baron (285 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Sienna. (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Le Baron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Le Baron | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Le Baron | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
