1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 14 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2010 Peugeot 3008 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. 2010 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Carina | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2613 mm |
