2002 Mazda 2 vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 1 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 124 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. 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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 2 | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 2 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
