1999 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Audi A3. 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A3 | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A3 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
