2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 16 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 720 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX 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, 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina. 2009 Cadillac SRX 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. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac SRX | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | SRX | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |