1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Space Wagon | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3090 mm |
