2001 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 2001 Audi A3 and 2001 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A3 | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A3 | Magna |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |