1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 8 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 145 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.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Sharan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |