1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 928 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Carina | Quest |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2063 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3000 mm |