2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 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 3 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 279 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Carisma | Accent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
