2004 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 88 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | New Beetle | Magna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
