2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 465 kg more than 2010 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW Z4 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 2010 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Sienna | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Sienna | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
