2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mobilio | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
