2002 Toyota Previa vs. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 433 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Previa | 1999 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Previa | Prizm |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |