2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2003 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Borrego | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4625 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
