2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala 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 81 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 428 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Impala | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 332 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |