2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (270 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1018 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
