1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2005 Saturn LW 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 2005 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
| Model | Magna | LW |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
