1998 Ford Probe vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Probe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 545 kg more than 1998 Ford Probe.
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, 2004 Toyota Previa (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Probe. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Probe | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Probe | Previa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |