2006 Toyota Sienna vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sienna (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Toyota Sienna (301 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Sienna | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sienna | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3308 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |