2005 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Sonata and 2005 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 179 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (344 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Sonata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Sonata | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
