2005 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 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), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 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 | 301 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |