2002 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2011 Porsche 911

To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 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 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mitsubishi Magna 2011 Porsche 911
Make Mitsubishi Porsche
Model Magna 911
Year Released 2002 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2972 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 187 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 650 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4478 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2350 mm


 

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