2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. 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 Hyundai XG 350 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XG 350 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
