2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sienna. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 319 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4.
Because 2002 BMW Z4 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 2002 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2002 BMW Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Sienna. (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 2001 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z4 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
