2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 980 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Acadia | Magna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |