2005 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
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2005 Toyota Avensis | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Avensis | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 266 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |