2001 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 343 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
