Mitsubishi Carisma 1995 vs Volkswagen Golf 1998
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 90 HP | 100 HP | |
| Torque: | 137 NM | 145 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12 seconds | 10.9 seconds | |
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Volkswagen Golf is a more dynamic driving. Mitsubishi Carisma engine produces 10 HP less power than Volkswagen Golf, whereas torque is 8 NM less than Volkswagen Golf. Due to the lower power, Mitsubishi Carisma reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.3 | 7.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.6 l/100km | 8.0 l/100km | |
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The Mitsubishi Carisma is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Mitsubishi Carisma consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that by driving the Mitsubishi Carisma over 15,000 km in a year you can save 15 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mitsubishi Carisma consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 820 km in combined cycle | 740 km in combined cycle | |
| 1000 km on highway | 960 km on highway | ||
| 780 km with real consumption | 680 km with real consumption | ||
| Mitsubishi Carisma gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6 engine: This is a simple and reliable engine with an impressive lifespan when properly maintained. However, many of its issues stem from air leaks, so checking hoses and the intake manifold is essential. The ignition ... More about Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.44 m | 4.15 m | |
| Width: | 1.71 m | 1.74 m | |
| Height: | 1.41 m | 1.44 m | |
| Mitsubishi Carisma is 29 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Mitsubishi Carisma is 4 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
460 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mitsubishi Carisma is 0.5 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Mitsubishi Carisma can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`610 | no data | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | above average | above average | |
| Volkswagen Golf has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mitsubishi Carisma has serious deffects in 10 percent more cases than Volkswagen Golf, so Volkswagen Golf quality is probably slightly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 800 | 1400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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