2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna 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 13 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger 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, 2002 Ford Ranger 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, 2002 Ford Ranger (207 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. 2002 Ford Ranger 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. 2002 Ford Ranger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
Model | Magna | Ranger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 207 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |