2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta

To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota Sienna 1996 Toyota Cresta
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Sienna Cresta
Year Released 2009 1996
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3455 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 266 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1935 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 70 L


 

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