2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1243 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Envoy | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
