2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 187 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sienna | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
