1993 Toyota Previa vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Previa | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Previa | E |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2438 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1398 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |