1997 Toyota Previa vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 13 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Previa | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Previa | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
