2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 162 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2590 mm |
