2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 730 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Endeavor | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
