2009 Mazda B4000 vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000.
Because 2009 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B4000 | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | B4000 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
