2005 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2000 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Elantra | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |
