2005 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star and 2005 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 332 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Space Star | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
