2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2007 Toyota Prius

To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 680 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Sienna 2007 Toyota Prius
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Sienna Prius
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3298 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 111 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.2 L/100km 3.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 45 L


 

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