2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 325 | Magna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |