2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 163 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Touran | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
