2008 Toyota Sienna vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 325 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1999 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 325. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Sienna | 1999 BMW 325 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Sienna | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |