2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 4 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 292 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trans Sport | Magna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
