2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Magna. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1994 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Expedition | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Expedition | Magna |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |