2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carisma | Golf |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
