2003 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1987 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |