2004 Toyota Previa vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Previa | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Previa | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2789 mm |
