2008 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star and 2008 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (165 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 635 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 (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6. 2008 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Space Star | G6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
