2007 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 650 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 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. 2012 Audi A8 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Space Star | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
