1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 161 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Previa |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |