1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 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 33 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
