2007 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 301 kg more than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
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 (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2010 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Space Star | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
