2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (278 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Monte Carlo | Carisma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
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 | 181 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 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 | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |