2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carisma | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
