Mitsubishi Space Runner 1991 vs Volkswagen Jetta 2005
| Body: | Minivan / MPV | Sedan | |
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| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 120 HP | 102 HP | |
| Torque: | 162 NM | 148 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.5 seconds | 12 seconds | |
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Mitsubishi Space Runner is more dynamic to drive. Mitsubishi Space Runner engine produces 18 HP more power than Volkswagen Jetta, whereas torque is 14 NM more than Volkswagen Jetta. Thanks to more power Mitsubishi Space Runner reaches 100 km/h speed 1.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.8 | 7.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.8 l/100km | 7.8 l/100km | |
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The Volkswagen Jetta is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mitsubishi Space Runner consumes 1.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Jetta, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mitsubishi Space Runner could require 210 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mitsubishi Space Runner consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Jetta. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 680 km in combined cycle | 740 km in combined cycle | |
| 840 km on highway | 910 km on highway | ||
| 680 km with real consumption | 700 km with real consumption | ||
| Volkswagen Jetta gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 480'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 23 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Mitsubishi Space Wagon | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Golf, Audi A3, Volkswagen Touran | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Volkswagen Jetta 2005 1.6 engine: This engine is simple and reliable, rarely causing significant issues for owners.
Fluctuating idle speed is often linked to a clogged fuel pump strainer or air leaks in the intake system. If vibrations or ... More about Volkswagen Jetta 2005 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.27 m | 4.55 m | |
| Width: | 1.70 m | 1.78 m | |
| Height: | 1.66 m | 1.46 m | |
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Mitsubishi Space Runner is smaller, but higher. Mitsubishi Space Runner is 28 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Jetta, 8 cm narrower, while the height of Mitsubishi Space Runner is 20 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 676 litres | 527 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1498 litres | no data | |
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Mitsubishi Space Runner has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Mitsubishi Space Runner has 149 litres more trunk space than the Volkswagen Jetta. The Volkswagen Jetta may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mitsubishi Space Runner is 0.8 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Jetta, which means Mitsubishi Space Runner can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 1`870 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 600 | 2000 | |
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