2011 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2001 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 6 | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 6 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2730 mm |
