2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 2008 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | SRX | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
