2005 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa. 2005 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
