2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina D3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (328 Nm). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sienna | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alpina |
| Model | Sienna | D3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
