2008 Subaru Forester vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 200 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Forester | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Forester | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |