2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 9 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Carisma | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
