2008 Toyota Sienna vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Acura TL. 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sienna | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Sienna | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3455 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
