2009 BMW 128 vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 1 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2009 BMW 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 128. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 128 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
