2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1289 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2009 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
