2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Toyota Previa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 325. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | Previa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1995 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |