2007 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 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, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 328 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |