2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Magna | Armada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
