2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 402 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Carisma | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |