2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 39 kg more than 1996 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 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Frontier | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |
