Mitsubishi Carisma 2003 vs Mitsubishi Carisma 1997
| 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: | 1.3 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 82 HP | 100 HP | |
| Torque: | 120 NM | 137 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.1 seconds | 12.1 seconds | |
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Mitsubishi Carisma 1997 is a more dynamic driving. Mitsubishi Carisma 2003 engine produces 18 HP less power than Mitsubishi Carisma 1997, whereas torque is 17 NM less than Mitsubishi Carisma 1997. Due to the lower power, Mitsubishi Carisma 2003 reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.4 | 7.2 | |
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The Mitsubishi Carisma 2003 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mitsubishi Carisma 2003 consumes 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mitsubishi Carisma 1997, which means that by driving the Mitsubishi Carisma 2003 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 120 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 930 km in combined cycle | 830 km in combined cycle | |
| 1150 km on highway | 1050 km on highway | ||
| Mitsubishi Carisma 2003 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 280'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mitsubishi Carisma 1997 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 27 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mitsubishi Lancer, Mitsubishi Colt, Mitsubishi Space Star | Used also on Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mitsubishi Carisma 2003 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.44 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.71 m | 1.71 m | |
| Height: | 1.41 m | 1.40 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mitsubishi Carisma 2003 is 5 cm shorter than the Mitsubishi Carisma 1997, width is practically the same also the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 430 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1150 litres | |
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Mitsubishi Carisma 2003 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Mitsubishi Carisma 2003 has 30 litres more trunk space than the Mitsubishi Carisma 1997. The Mitsubishi Carisma 1997 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`675 | 1`660 | |
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| Quality: | average | average | |
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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