2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. 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 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2438 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
