2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 373 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
