2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
