2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 787 kg more than 1994 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
