2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Wrangler | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Wrangler | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |