2008 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star and 2008 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 581 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 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Space Star | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
