2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
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, 2004 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Carisma | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
