2008 Ford GT vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 2008 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
