2007 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Toyota Previa

To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. Both 2007 BMW 318 and 2008 Toyota Previa are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 BMW 318.

Because 2007 BMW 318 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 2007 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 318 2008 Toyota Previa
Make BMW Toyota
Model 318 Previa
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 82.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 208 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 13.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1435 kg 1775 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 75 L


 

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