2007 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 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:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| 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 | 138 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
