1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 685 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
