2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage (251 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 1995 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
