2006 Suzuki Aerio vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Aerio | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Aerio | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
