2005 Toyota Solara vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Solara. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Solara. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Solara | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Solara | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |