2005 Saturn LW vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 2005 Saturn LW 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 557 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn LW. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Saturn LW has manual transmission. 2005 Saturn LW 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 Saturn LW | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | LW | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 328 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |