2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2007 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 635 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick LaCrosse | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LaCrosse | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
