1997 Toyota Previa vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 636 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Previa | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
