2006 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 349 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. 2009 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Space Star | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |