2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 7 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. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 292 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent. 2012 Hyundai Accent 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. 2012 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
Model | Carisma | Accent |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4115 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |