2010 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tahoe | Magna |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2556 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2730 mm |
