2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 742 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Acadia | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Acadia | Magna |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2730 mm |
