1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2011 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford S-Max is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. Both 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon and 2011 Ford S-Max are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford S-Max weights approximately 448 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
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, 2011 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2011 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Space Wagon | S-Max |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
