1995 Toyota Carina vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1997 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 370 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Carina | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Carina | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
