2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 55 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Carisma | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
