2006 Toyota Sienna vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
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 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Sienna | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sienna | Routan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3308 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |