2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
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 Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Carisma | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
