2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 58 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | CR-V | Magna |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |