2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 2 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 395 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.
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, 2007 Peugeot 807 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 2007 Peugeot 807 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 807 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Carisma | 807 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
