2004 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 BMW M3.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2004 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (328 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | M3 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
