2005 Toyota Camry vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 495 kg more than 1998 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 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
