2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 28 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taurus | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2590 mm |