2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 602 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 2011 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Carisma | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 87 L |