2004 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sienna (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118.
Because 2004 BMW 118 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 2004 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Sienna (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 118 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
