1996 Suzuki Escudo 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 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Escudo | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Escudo | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
