1996 Toyota Previa vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 143 kg more than 1996 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Previa | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
