2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 1998 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Carisma | SVX |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |