1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Magna | Forester |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |