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 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 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 310 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 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 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 | 1307 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |