2003 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, both 2003 Audi A4 and 2003 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A4 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A4 Magna
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 2351 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 113 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 86.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm


 

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