2002 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 352 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 42 L |
