1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2002 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 6 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 437 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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2002 Toyota Ipsum 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. 2002 Toyota Ipsum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
