1996 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 278 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Trans Sport | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
