2003 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 8 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. 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 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio. 2011 Kia Rio 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. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mitsubishi Magna | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Magna | Rio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2499 mm |