2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor (347 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Endeavor | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2900 mm |
