2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 6 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 2011 Audi R8 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. 2011 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Carisma | R8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |