1999 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Sienna. 2000 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
