2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 13 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 41 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 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
