1996 Subaru Vivio vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 680 kg more than 1996 Subaru Vivio. 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Vivio. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Vivio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Subaru Vivio | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Vivio | Sienna |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3040 mm |