2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 571 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 2004 Cadillac SRX 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, 2004 Cadillac SRX 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, 2004 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SRX | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
