2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 356 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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, both vehicles can yield 265 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Carisma | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |