2003 Toyota Sienna vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Sienna | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Sienna | Frontera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |