2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 7 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 889 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi 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, 2007 Volkswagen Kombi (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 2007 Volkswagen Kombi | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Magna | Kombi |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
