2005 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa. 2005 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X5 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
