2003 BMW 520 vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 2003 BMW 520 and 2003 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 520 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 2003 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 520 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |