1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (261 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (246 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Sienna |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3040 mm |