2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 650 kg more than 1993 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 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
