2005 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 520 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 2005 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520. 2010 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
