2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V.
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, 1996 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | FR-V | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 132 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
