1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Carisma | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
