2009 Ford Flex vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Sienna. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Flex | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
