2009 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ka | Carisma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 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 Length | 3630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
