1993 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Carina | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Carina | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2613 mm |
