1994 Toyota Previa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 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 32 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 294 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Previa | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Previa | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
