2004 Ford GT vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
Because 2004 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
