Comparison:Mitsubishi Space Star 2020 Vs. Toyota Yaris 2020 (new)

Dimensions

The Toyota Yaris has slightly larger dimensions compared to the Mitsubishi Space-Star. The Yaris is 3940mm long, 1745mm wide, and has a 2560mm wheelbase, while the Space-Star is 3845mm long, 1665mm wide, and has a 2450mm wheelbase. Both cars have a similar height with the Space-Star being 1505mm tall compared to the Yaris' 1500mm. It is important to note that the ground clearance of the Space-Star is higher at 150mm compared to the Yaris' range of 124mm to 135mm. The examples of the Yaris with the minimal ground clearance are the GR Yaris 1.6 Turbo 4WD and the 1.5 Premiere Edition.

In conclusion, while the Toyota Yaris is a slightly larger car, the Mitsubishi Space-Star has a higher ground clearance and a smaller turning circle of 9.20m compared to the Yaris' range of 9.80m to 10.60m, making the Space-Star easier to maneuver in tight spaces.

Boot/interior

When it comes to boot space, the Mitsubishi Space-Star offers more space, ranging from 209l to 235l, while the Yaris offers 141l to 286l of space. However, the Yaris has more boot space when the rear seats are folded, providing up to 768l of space, whereas the Space-Star offers up to 912l of space when the rear seats are folded from the bottom to the roof. Both cars can accommodate up to 5 passengers and have identical door numbers and Isofix features.

In conclusion, the Mitsubishi Space-Star offers slightly more boot space when the rear seats are upright, but the Toyota Yaris has more cargo space when the rear seats are folded down. Both cars offer the same seating capacity and interior features.

Engines/drivetrain

Comparing the different engines available among the two cars, the Toyota Yaris takes the lead in terms of performance. The Yaris has a maximum power of 192 kW (GR Yaris 1.6 Turbo 4WD) compared to the Space-Star's maximum power of 59 kW (1.2 ClearTec Intro Edition+). Additionally, the Yaris has a torque range of 95 Nm to 360 Nm, with the highest torque found in the GR Yaris 1.6 Turbo 4WD, whereas the Space-Star has a torque range of 88 Nm to 106 Nm.

In terms of speed and acceleration, the Yaris also takes the lead. It has a maximum speed of 230 km/h (GR Yaris 1.6 Turbo 4WD) and an acceleration range of 5.5s to 14.6s (0-100 km/h) while the Space-Star has a maximum speed of 180 km/h (1.2 ClearTec Intro Edition+) and an acceleration range of 12.6s to 15.8s.

In conclusion, the Toyota Yaris has better engine and drivetrain specifications overall, with more power, torque, and better performance when compared to the Mitsubishi Space-Star.

Consumption/ecology

The Toyota Yaris has a lower combined consumption, ranging from 2.8 l/100km (1.5 Hybrid CVT) to 5.1 l/100km (1.5 Premiere Edition), whereas the Mitsubishi Space-Star has a combined consumption range of 4.5 l/100km to 4.7 l/100km. Similarly, the Yaris has lower CO2 emissions, ranging from 87 g/km to 186 g/km, when compared to the Space-Star which has emissions ranging from 112 g/km to 125 g/km. Both cars have different tire sizes; the Space-Star has 165/65R14 tires while the Yaris has 185/65R15H tires.

In conclusion, the Toyota Yaris has better fuel efficiency and lower emissions than the Mitsubishi Space-Star, making it a more environmentally friendly option.

Weight/towing

In terms of weight and towing capacities, the Mitsubishi Space-Star has a lower empty weight range of 935 kg to 1009 kg, while the Toyota Yaris has a range of 960 kg to 1356 kg. The permissible total weight of the Yaris is also higher, ranging from 1470 kg to 1645 kg, compared to the Space-Star's range of 1290 kg to 1370 kg. However, the Space-Star has a higher capacity for braked trailers (200 kg) and trailers without brakes (100 kg) compared to the Yaris.

In conclusion, the Toyota Yaris has a higher total permissible weight, but the Mitsubishi Space-Star can tow slightly more weight when it comes to trailers. Both cars have the same maximum roof load capacity of 50 kg and the Yaris has a higher maximum towbar load capacity of 50 kg compared to the Space-Star's 25 kg.

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