2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 559 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-150 | Previa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2900 mm |