2005 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 390 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 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Space Star | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
