2000 Acura TL vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 487 kg more than 2000 Acura TL. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura TL | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Sienna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |