2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda 5 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | 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 | 108 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
