1999 Daihatsu SP-4 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | SP-4 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |
