2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Magna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
