2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 2008 Kia Cerato 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cerato (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato.
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 Mitsubishi Space Star (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato. 2008 Kia Cerato has automatic transmission and 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star has manual transmission. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Cerato will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cerato | 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cerato | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
