2006 BMW 530 vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 530 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
