2003 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 602 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Magna | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | Magna | Rexton |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |