2008 Toyota Avensis vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 365 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Avensis | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
