2008 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star and 2008 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 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 (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Space Star | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
