2004 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 127 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Magna | CC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
