2007 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star and 2007 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 636 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.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. 2007 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Space Star | XC90 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |