2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2000 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 188 kg more than 2000 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2000 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Equinox | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
