2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (304 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 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 (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. 2006 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2005 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Impala | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
