1997 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 1997 Audi A4 and 1997 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1997 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1997 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
