2006 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 497 kg more than 2000 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |