2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Liberty | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
