1996 Toyota Carina vs. 1999 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 605 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 605 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 1999 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 1999 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Carina | 605 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
