1997 Toyota Sienna vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 2011 BMW 325 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 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Sienna (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Sienna | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sienna | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
