2006 Toyota Previa vs. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. 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 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Previa | 2011 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Previa | RVR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
