2009 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW M6 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 M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2009 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M6 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M6 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |