2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 431 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sienna | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
