2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 970 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |