2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 141 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
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2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Carisma | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |