2006 Ford S-Max vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford S-Max 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 (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Ford S-Max. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford S-Max. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford S-Max. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2006 Ford S-Max 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:
| 2006 Ford S-Max | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | S-Max | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
