1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
