2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 231 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Carisma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1518 kg | 1287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |