2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Elantra | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |