2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2004 Opel Signum

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 Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum.

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, 2004 Opel Signum (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mitsubishi Carisma 2004 Opel Signum
Make Mitsubishi Opel
Model Carisma Signum
Year Released 2005 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1832 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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