2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Q7 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
