1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | HR-V | Magna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 74 L |
