2006 Acura MDX vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MDX | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
