2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1998 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-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-250 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |
