1998 Ford Telstar vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar.
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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Telstar | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Telstar | Previa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |