1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 33 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJ220 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
