2007 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 593 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
