2004 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 325 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
