2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 391 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
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, 2002 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C8 | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
