2004 Toyota Sienna vs. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Magellan would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan (275 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 356 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
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 Volkswagen Magellan (310 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Magellan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sienna | 2002 Volkswagen Magellan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sienna | Magellan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
