2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Sonata 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 132 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 539 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. 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 2000 Hyundai Sonata. 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 @ 4700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Sonata 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
