2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Carisma | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |