2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
