1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 11 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 250 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, 2009 Toyota Avalon (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2009 Toyota Avalon 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. 2009 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Carina | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
