2008 BMW X5 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 11 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 99 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 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
