2005 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
