2008 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Land Rover |
| Model | Space Star | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
