2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 247 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Prix | Previa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |