2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 73 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Carisma | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
