2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Impala | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
