2005 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star

To start off, both 2005 Ford F-250 and 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (265 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford F-250 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model F-250 Space Star
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2640 kg 1905 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 144 L 55 L


 

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