2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 536 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Voyager | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
