2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 9 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 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 675 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 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
Model | Vanquish | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |