1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 756 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2010 Cadillac SRX 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. 2010 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Carina | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Carina | SRX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |
