2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 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 (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW Z4. 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 2012 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2012 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.
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2009 Toyota Sienna | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Sienna | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1480 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 | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |