2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 2 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 410 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Sienna | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Sienna | 125 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3455 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |