1997 Toyota Carina vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 12 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 798 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 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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 2009 SsangYong Rodius. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina, 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, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2009 SsangYong Rodius 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. 2009 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Carina | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Carina | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
