2003 Toyota Echo vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Echo | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Echo | Magna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
