1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (215 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (298 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (294 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |
