1993 Toyota Previa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 354 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Previa | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Previa | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
