2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 2004 Opel Corsa 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 549 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Corsa 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsa | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
