2006 BMW 118 vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Because 2006 BMW 118 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 2006 BMW 118. 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 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118. 2006 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 118 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
