2003 Proton Impian vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Toyota Previa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Impian would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Proton Impian. 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, 2006 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Impian | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Impian | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
