2001 Honda Z vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 745 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 2002 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z. 2002 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Z | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
