1994 Toyota Previa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa. 2005 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Previa | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Previa | Touran |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
