1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION 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 59 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
| Model | Magna | ION |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
