2006 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, both 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star and 2006 Seat Leon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 99 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Space Star | Leon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
