2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1247 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Discovery | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
