2005 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000.
Because 2005 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda S2000 | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | S2000 | Magna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |