2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 702 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (343 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Cavalier | Sienna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1889 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |