2008 Fiat Linea vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Linea and 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Linea. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Linea weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star.
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, 2008 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Linea | 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Linea | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
