2004 Toyota Sienna vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50

To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 580 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 2004 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Sienna 2011 Mazda BT-50
Make Toyota Mazda
Model Sienna BT-50
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2604 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 194 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 273 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 98 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 3010 mm


 

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