2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2007 GMC Sierra 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. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Sierra | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Sierra | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |