2004 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 BMW X5 (290 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 76 L |
