2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 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 9 more horse power than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4. 2011 Toyota RAV4 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. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2659 mm |
