2003 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 4 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 14 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Magna | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
