2012 Infiniti M vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 380 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.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti M | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M | Magna |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1514 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2730 mm |
