2005 Ferrari Enzo vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma

To start off, both 2005 Ferrari Enzo 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Enzo.

Because 2005 Ferrari Enzo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ferrari Enzo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ferrari Enzo 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
Make Ferrari Mitsubishi
Model Enzo Carisma
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5998 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 652 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 657 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1305 kg 1394 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 60 L


 

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