2008 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 268 kg more than 2008 BMW M5.
Because 2008 BMW M5 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, 2008 BMW M5 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, 2008 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M5 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.
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2008 BMW M5 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M5 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2023 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |