1998 Toyota Sienna vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 685 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Sienna | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sienna | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
