2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 751 kg more than 1999 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
