2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 263 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
