2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 701 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.

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 (343 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Accent 2005 Toyota Sienna
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Accent Sienna
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 0 HP 230 HP
Torque 145 Nm 343 Nm
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.8:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1188 kg 1889 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 76 L


 

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