2007 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 193 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 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Space Star | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1833 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |