2006 Toyota Previa vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 337 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Previa | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Previa | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
