1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 9 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 49 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 262 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Actyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Magna | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
