1993 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
