2001 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mitsubishi Magna | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Magna | Cayman |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2416 mm |