2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Legacy 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 27 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
Model | Magna | Legacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |