1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Metro has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Metro | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3040 mm |
