1996 Toyota Century vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Century weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1996 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Century | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Century | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2790 mm |