2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
