2008 Toyota Previa vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Previa | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Previa | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
