2003 Mazda 3 vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3. 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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 3 | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 3 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
