2005 Toyota Previa vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
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 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Previa | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Previa | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |
