2011 Toyota Sienna vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 320 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 2008 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota Sienna | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Sienna | 320 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2037 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |