2002 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 8 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue will offer significantly more control. 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 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2002 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mitsubishi Magna | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
Model | Magna | Vue |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |