2006 Toyota Sienna vs. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Sienna 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 107 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo.
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 @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. 2006 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Sienna | 2011 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sienna | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3308 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
