1995 Toyota Previa vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avensis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 283 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Toyota Previa | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Previa | Avensis |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |