2008 Mitsubishi Space Star vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 145 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 (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Space Star | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
