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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 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 635 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 (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
