2010 Dodge Challenger vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 10 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 419 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Challenger 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 Dodge Challenger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Dodge Challenger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Challenger | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Challenger | Magna |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6100 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5022 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1923 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2730 mm |
