2005 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic 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 695 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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 Mitsubishi Space Star (265 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Space Star |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |