2008 BMW 650 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, both 2008 BMW 650 and 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 242 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 2008 BMW 650 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 650 | Carisma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |