2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cooper | Carisma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |