2003 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Mitsubishi Magna 2004 Porsche 911
Make Mitsubishi Porsche
Model Magna 911
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2971 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 187 HP 415 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 563 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2360 mm