1997 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Solara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
