2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (115 HP @ 5190 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-350 | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5190 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1410 mm |
