2001 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
