2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 2007 Ford Galaxy and 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 389 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star.
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 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galaxy | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
