2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Sienna. (262 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 805 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW Z4 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Z4 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1985 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |