2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (261 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
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 (246 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Tazz 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Sienna | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sienna | Tazz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1296 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
