2001 Toyota Camry vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1166 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Toyota Camry 2009 Toyota Sienna
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Camry Sienna
Year Released 2001 2009
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2362 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 157 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 2586 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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