2009 Mitsubishi Shogun vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Shogun | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Shogun | Magna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
