2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 534 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
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 (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Citi. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2008 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carisma | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
