2008 Toyota Sienna vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 3 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 158 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Livina weights approximately 467 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Livina. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Livina 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 | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Sienna | Livina |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |