2007 BMW 740 vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 740 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 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 740 | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 740 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
