2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 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 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Sienna | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
