2009 Mazda MPV vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Mazda MPV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MPV. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MPV weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Toyota Previa.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda MPV | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
