2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 7 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 889 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (325 Nm). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Sienna | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Sienna | E-350 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 474 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |