2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 32 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Tiguan | Previa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2900 mm |
