2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. 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 89 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 361 kg more than 2001 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra 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 (325 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sienna | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Sienna | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
