2008 Toyota Sienna vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 538 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Sienna | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
