2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C2 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C2 (120 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 343 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2. 2008 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Citroen C2 | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | C2 | Carisma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 143 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |