1994 Renault 21 vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 21 would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1994 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 21 | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 21 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1719 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
