2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2910 mm |
