2008 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 402 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2008 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 550 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |