1998 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
