1997 Toyota Previa vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Previa | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
