2002 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 167 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Magna | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1203 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
