2004 Ford E-250 vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1995 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 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-250 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 75 L |
