2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1998 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Range Rover | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2557 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
