2006 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 530 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2981 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2910 mm |