2007 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Sienna. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW M3 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M3 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |