1994 Toyota Carina vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Carina | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carina | T5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
