1994 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 835 kg more than 1994 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1811 mm |
