2000 Pontiac Piranha vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Piranha | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Piranha | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
