1992 BMW 520 vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Toyota Sienna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 217 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
