2008 Mitsubishi Carisma vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 34 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Carisma | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1389 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2645 mm |