2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota RAV4 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 120 more horse power than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Sienna | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Sienna | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |