1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Carisma | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1633 mm |
