2008 Toyota Sienna vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 563 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Sienna | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Sienna | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |