1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 12 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 900 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 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2008 Volvo XC90 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. 2008 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
