1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Carina | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Carina | Altezza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |