2002 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 216 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Santa Fe | Magna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
