2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger 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 Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ranger | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
