2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1996 Toyota Carina

To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 291 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Yaris 1996 Toyota Carina
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Yaris Carina
Year Released 2005 1996
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 64 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 944 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 3650 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 59 L


 

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