1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 355 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Carina | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Passat |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |