1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 294 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (226 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Carina | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Passat |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |