2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 137 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3.
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 (216 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
