2001 Mazda MPV vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MPV 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 146 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 482 kg more than 2001 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MPV. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MPV 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:
| 2001 Mazda MPV | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
