2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Sentra | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sentra | Magna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
