2006 BMW 740 vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW 740 | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 740 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |