2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1824 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Excursion | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |
