2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 48 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Carisma | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
