2000 Lexus ES vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus ES weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus ES | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ES | Magna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
