2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Sentra | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Sentra | Sienna |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |