1999 Mazda B3000 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B3000. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 771 kg more than 1999 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda B3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B3000. (198 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B3000. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda B3000 has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda B3000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mazda B3000 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | B3000 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 332 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |