2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 408 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Yaris 2008 Toyota Sienna
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Yaris Sienna
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 64 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 333 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 944 kg 1352 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 76 L


 

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