2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 419 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4.
Because 2002 Morgan 4 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 2002 Morgan 4. 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 Mitsubishi Carisma (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Carisma | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
