2001 Toyota Sienna vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 2001 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Toyota Sienna | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sienna | Transporter |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3410 mm |