1995 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 525 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1995 BMW 525 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 1995 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 525. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 525. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
