2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma and 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 283 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.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Outlander (220 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carisma | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
