2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 113 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | TrailBlazer | Magna |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 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 | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |