2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
