2005 Toyota Sienna vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 6 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 740 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 2011 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (325 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Sienna | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Sienna | 740 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |