1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Eos (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 460 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, 2013 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2013 Volkswagen Eos 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. 2013 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Carina | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carina | Eos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2578 mm |
