1994 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 859 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1994 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Mitsubishi Magna | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Magna | Touareg |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |