2005 Toyota Previa vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 720 kg more than 1997 Toyota Paseo. 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 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Previa | 1997 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |
