2004 Toyota Sienna vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sienna | 1992 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sienna | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
