2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2002 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Almera. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 24 kg more than 2002 Nissan Almera. 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 (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2002 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Carisma | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
