2003 Scion xB vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Scion xB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Scion xB would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2003 Scion xB. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 935 kg more than 2003 Scion xB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Scion xB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Scion xB. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Scion xB | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xB | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
