1999 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 5 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 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 1999 BMW 330. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Sienna. (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 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 |
