2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Silverado | Carisma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |