2006 Lincoln Mark LT vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1290 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 Lincoln Mark LT 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 Lincoln Mark LT 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 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lincoln Mark LT | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Mark LT | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |