1997 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 1 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 606 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 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross 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. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Isuzu VehiCross | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | VehiCross | Carina |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |