2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carisma | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
