2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cee'd | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.5 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
