2005 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 620 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.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Space Star | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
