2004 GMC Canyon vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 2 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Canyon | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
