2002 Mazda MPV vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 2002 Mazda MPV and 2002 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MPV. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 189 kg more than 2002 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 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MPV. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda MPV | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | MPV | Magna |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |