2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 925 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Toyota Sienna | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Sienna | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |