1997 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Sienna (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 775 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. 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, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Applause. 1999 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1997 Daihatsu Applause has manual transmission. 1997 Daihatsu Applause will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Applause | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
