1996 Toyota Previa vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1996 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Previa | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
