2005 Audi A2 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, both 2005 Audi A2 and 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 499 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A2 | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A2 | Carisma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |