2009 BMW X6 vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Sienna. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Sienna. (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X6 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
