1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra is newer by 16 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 659 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 2012 Nissan Xterra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2012 Nissan Xterra 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. 2012 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Carina | Xterra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1902 mm |