2007 Honda Element vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2002 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Element | Sienna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |