1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Space Wagon | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3590 mm |