2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Silverado | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2730 mm |
