1998 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Space Star | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3040 mm |
