2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Sienna (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 1998 Toyota Sienna (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Fiorino | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
