2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, both vehicles can yield 279 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
