2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
