2005 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 122 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.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carisma | Touran |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1394 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
