2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 534 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Carisma | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
