1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2005 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 274 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 2005 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Daewoo |
| Model | Magna | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
