1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
Model | Space Wagon | Frontera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |