1996 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 201 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2004 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (211 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Magna | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
