1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 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), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 760 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Carina | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Carina | CTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 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 | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
