1996 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1002 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 2012 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 266 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1811 mm |