1996 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Carisma | Tundra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |