2003 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 226 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Magna | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
