2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 166 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Carisma | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |