2007 Saturn Outlook vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina. 2007 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Outlook | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Outlook | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
