2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 97 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307.
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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (148 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Carisma | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
