2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 519 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SRX | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
