2004 Acura RL vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 2004 Acura RL and 2004 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RL (225 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura RL weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 2004 Acura RL (313 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura RL | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | RL | Magna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 313 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2730 mm |