2005 Toyota Previa vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 444 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa.
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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Previa | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Previa | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
