2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 845 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Prizm will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Prizm | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3040 mm |
