2010 Toyota Sienna vs. 2001 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2001 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 952 kg more than 2001 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Holden Cruze 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Cruze. 2010 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2001 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Sienna | 2001 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Sienna | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1937 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5105 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1966 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
