2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, both 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | RX-8 | Carisma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |