2003 GMC Sierra vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra 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, 2003 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina. 2003 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sierra | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2590 mm |
