2007 BMW M vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Previa.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | M | Previa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |