1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 771 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 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2012 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Carina | XC60 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1712 mm |