2008 BMW 116 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 116 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 2008 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 116 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
