2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 147 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Acadia | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
