2005 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Space Star | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 526 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |