2006 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (173 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 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 2003 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 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Sienna. (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 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 |