2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 3 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2008 Nissan Note | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Carisma | Note |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |