2008 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 320 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
