2011 Toyota Sienna vs. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 612 kg more than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sienna | 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Sienna | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2037 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |
