2007 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord 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. 2007 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |