2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 656 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, both vehicles can yield 174 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
