2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 113 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Carisma | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
