2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1997 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Expedition | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
