1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 78 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke, 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Cresta | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Cresta | Juke |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
