2006 Toyota Previa vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux 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 2011 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Previa | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
