2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-150 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2730 mm |
