2006 Nissan Primera 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 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 412 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Primera | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
