2005 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 264 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Because 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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 2006 Morgan Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Magna | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
