2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Infiniti |
| Model | Carisma | EX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
