2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (136 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 111 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.
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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Carisma | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
