1991 Toyota Previa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Toyota Previa | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Previa | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2436 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
