2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | CR-V | Carisma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |