2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 349 kg more than 2004 Opel Meriva.
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 (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Carisma | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
