2007 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Sienna. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 1999 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |