2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda 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 (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Panda | Carisma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |