2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 3 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
Model | Carisma | i40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |