2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 377 kg more than 1992 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
