1997 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 375 kg more than 1997 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Statesman | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Statesman | Sienna |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1966 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |