2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1226 kg more than 2002 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2900 mm |
