2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 213 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
