2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 474 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.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 300 | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |