2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 148 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1999 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pilot | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
