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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 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 225 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 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 550 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:
2008 BMW 550 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 550 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |