2001 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 362 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
Because 2001 BMW 745 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 2001 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 BMW 745 (390 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 745 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 332 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |