2008 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1870 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
