2001 Ford EX vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.

Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford EX 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model EX Magna
Year Released 2001 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 370 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 567 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2730 mm