2005 Toyota Previa vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 491 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Previa | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Previa | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 2172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |