2005 Kia Carens vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 127 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carens | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
