2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 678 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2000 Westfield ZEI 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 2000 Westfield ZEI. 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 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Westfield |
| Model | Carisma | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
