2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 4 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 29 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 721 kg more than 2013 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Sienna | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Sienna | X3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
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 | 266 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2586 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |