2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 2,460 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (129 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carisma | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
