2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 225 kg more than 2013 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tahoe | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |