2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
Model | Carisma | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |