1993 Chevrolet APV vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet APV. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet APV | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | APV | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
