2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 268 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Carisma | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |