2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (173 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2910 mm |