2007 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 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 51 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 757 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2037 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
