2008 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star and 2008 Toyota Auris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (158 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Space Star | Auris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
