2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2377 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
