2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 10 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 236 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
