2006 Kia Carens vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 542 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens. 2006 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1998 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carens | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
