2006 Toyota Sienna vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Sienna | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Sienna | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3308 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
