1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Carina | Forester |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1699 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
