2006 Skoda Superb vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Skoda Superb 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Superb weights approximately 520 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 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Superb | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Superb | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
