1995 Audi Coupe vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 211 kg more than 1995 Audi Coupe.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
