2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2008 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Carisma | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |