2009 Mazda MPV vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Mazda MPV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MPV (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MPV weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Toyota Previa. 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 MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda MPV | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 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 | 18.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
