2005 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 451 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Altima (334 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
