2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Wrangler | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
