2000 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 515 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2000 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2000 Isuzu VehiCross has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Isuzu VehiCross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Isuzu VehiCross | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | VehiCross | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |