2009 Ford Edge vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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, 2009 Ford Edge (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Previa. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Edge | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
