2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |