1997 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 6 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 7 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 68 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Magna | V50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
