1996 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 13 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Magna | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
