1998 Honda Today 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 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Today 2005 Toyota Sienna
Make Honda Toyota
Model Today Sienna
Year Released 1998 2005
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 655 cc 3298 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 328 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1970 mm