2004 Toyota Previa vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Previa | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Previa | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2615 mm |