2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 3 and 2005 Toyota Previa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa. 2005 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 3 | Previa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |