1994 Toyota Previa vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 17 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Previa | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Previa | B |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |
