2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LR3 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
