2005 GMC Savana vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1110 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Savana | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
