1999 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 BMW 740.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 740. 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 740 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.
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1999 BMW 740 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 740 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 332 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |