2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 39 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carisma | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
