2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 620 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Honda Odyssey | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Odyssey | Magna |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |