1997 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 910 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Carina | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Carina | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |