2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 298 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Carisma | Condor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
