2011 Lexus CT vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT. 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus CT | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | CT | Previa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4321 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2900 mm |
