2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
