2001 Toyota Brevis vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Toyota Previa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Brevis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Brevis would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 44 kg more than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
Because 2001 Toyota Brevis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis 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 Toyota Brevis (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Brevis | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Brevis | Previa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
