2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (170 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima.
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, 2004 Nissan Altima (237 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Altima | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
