2002 Toyota Sienna vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2002 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 2002 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Sienna | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sienna | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
