1999 Hyundai Accent vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 634 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Accent. 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, 1997 Toyota Sienna (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Accent. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Accent. 1997 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Accent | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2910 mm |
