1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (115 HP @ 5190 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 508 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Carisma | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5190 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 248 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |