2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,701 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1997 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2006 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1761 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2346 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 59 L |
