2007 Acura TL vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TL | Magna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
