2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Mobilio | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mobilio | Magna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
