2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 377 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Avalanche | Magna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |