1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Renault Trafic

To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.

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, 2012 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Toyota Carina 2012 Renault Trafic
Make Toyota Renault
Model Carina Trafic
Year Released 1996 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 82 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 90 L


 

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