2003 Subaru R2 vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 835 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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, 1996 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | R2 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 75 L |
