2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma and 2005 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 57 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 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Carisma | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
