2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Sienna | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Sienna | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2740 mm |
