1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Carisma | Forester |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
