2000 Peugeot Partner 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 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot Partner 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 196 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 865 kg more than 2000 Peugeot Partner. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot Partner. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot Partner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot Partner | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | Partner | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1866 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |
