2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 156 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 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, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (340 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Magna | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
