2000 Toyota Sienna vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Sienna. 2000 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW M3 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:
| 2000 Toyota Sienna | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sienna | M3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2761 mm |
