2001 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
Because 2001 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 2001 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 M3 (502 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (333 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
