2009 Nissan Rogue vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 5 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue. 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Rogue | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Rogue | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
