2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
