2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 10 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 285 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.

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, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Buick LaCrosse 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Buick Mitsubishi
Model LaCrosse Magna
Year Released 2012 2002
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 255 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 5001 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1857 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1504 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2837 mm 2730 mm


 

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