1998 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Taurus 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Taurus.
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, 1998 Ford Taurus (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Taurus | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
