2006 Honda Element vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 377 kg more than 1996 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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 Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Element | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | 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 | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
