2005 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |