2008 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, both 2008 Honda NSX 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 151 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 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. 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 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | NSX | Carisma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |