2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Golf and 2005 Mitsubishi Magna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Golf | Magna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |