1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (344 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Durango | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
