2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 604 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 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Rendezvous | Carisma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |