1994 Toyota Previa vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 259 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle (225 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Previa | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Previa | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
