2007 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star and 2007 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 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 Mitsubishi Space Star (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Space Star | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |