2006 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 162 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Space Star | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
