2005 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 199 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Magna | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
