2009 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 347 kg more than 2009 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki XL7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki XL7 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | XL7 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2037 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
