2005 Toyota Previa vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 226 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Previa | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Previa | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |