1998 Toyota Previa vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 671 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
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 Camry (220 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Previa | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2437 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
