1998 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, both 1998 BMW 318 and 1998 Toyota Previa were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 BMW 318.
Because 1998 BMW 318 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 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa, 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, 1998 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | Previa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |