2008 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2008 Acura CSX
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star and 2008 Acura CSX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura CSX weights approximately 8 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.
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 (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura CSX. 2008 Acura CSX 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 Acura CSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2008 Acura CSX | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
Model | Space Star | CSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |