2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 553 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.
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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Freestyle | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
