2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2590 mm |