2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2000 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (101 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Opel Agila. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 272 kg more than 2000 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2000 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Carisma | Agila |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
