2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2000 Mitsubishi Magna and 2000 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra. 2000 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 2000 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Magna | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
