2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
