1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 10 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
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, 2006 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Carisma | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
