2009 BMW 125 vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sienna. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 379 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.

Because 2009 BMW 125 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 2009 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2001 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 2001 Toyota Sienna
Make BMW Toyota
Model 125 Sienna
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2910 mm