2008 Nissan Terrano vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (328 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Terrano | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
