1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3090 mm |
