1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 14 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
Model | Carisma | X6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |