1998 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sienna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sienna (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser.
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, 2006 Toyota Sienna (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser. 2006 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1998 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Laser | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
