2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kangoo | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
