2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 208 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Drifter | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Drifter | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 3456 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1352 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |