1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 4 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Carisma | Echo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
