2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 1 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Cavalier | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
