1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2012 Dodge Journey 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. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Carina | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Carina | Journey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2891 mm |
