2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 339 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 294 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | Alpina | Previa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |