1999 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 435 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Honda Civic (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
