2009 Mazda MPV vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Mazda MPV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MPV weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 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 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sienna. 2003 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda MPV | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MPV | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |