2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | F-150 | Magna |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2730 mm |