2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 454 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.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trajet | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
