1996 Nissan President vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sienna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1996 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan President | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | President | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3040 mm |