2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1228 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.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Range Rover | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
