2005 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Verada | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Verada | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |