1999 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. 2011 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mitsubishi Magna | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Magna | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |