2007 Toyota Prius vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Prius 2005 Toyota Sienna
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Prius Sienna
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2910 mm


 

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