1996 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Sienna (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 575 kg more than 1996 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, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 1999 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |