1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Proton Satria
To start off, 2006 Proton Satria is newer by 10 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Proton Satria (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Proton Satria. 2006 Proton Satria 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. 2006 Proton Satria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2006 Proton Satria | |
Make | Toyota | Proton |
Model | Carina | Satria |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |