2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 33 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C-MAX | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
