2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 500 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.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac SRX | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | SRX | Carisma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |