2004 Toyota Previa vs. 2011 Scion xB
To start off, 2011 Scion xB is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 402 kg more than 2011 Scion xB.
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 Toyota Previa (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Previa | 2011 Scion xB | |
| Make | Toyota | Scion |
| Model | Previa | xB |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
