1995 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Auris (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 170 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, 2007 Toyota Auris (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Carina | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Auris |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
